Looking for an idea for your Valentine this year? Whether you need candy, flowers or food, here are a few local ideas for you: Flowers are a Valentine's classic. Check out Melissa Parker's new Amaranth space "on the hill", in downtown Narberth, or order online at amaranthflorist.com Plan a special meal at home with a little help from Carlinos, in Ardmore. Check out their Valentine's specials, and place an order here. Or, if you can't order ahead, just call your own favorite pizza place and ask if they'll make you a heart-shaped pizza! Need some dessert? Do it right this year, and go straight to the amazing Le Petit Mitron. See why this French patisserie is a local treasure. Philly-area Valentines of all ages will appreciate heart-shaped soft pretzels! Find your closest Philly Pretzel Factory here. Place your order now for some handmade chocolate-covered strawberries at The Sweet Trading Company at 711 Montgomery Ave. Looking for a gift, but not sure what you want? Sweet Mabel has every unique gift you could imagine, from art to handmade jewelry. Not only will they have just what you need, but they'll beautifully wrap it for you, too! 235 Haverford Ave, Narberth. Make your reservations now if you want to eat out this Valentine's weekend. Some places, like Bryn Mawr's Sontuosa, have already published special menus. Call (484) 222-6216 to reserve a table. With Valentine's Day on a Monday this year, you will want to call ahead for whichever night you choose to go out. Ryan Christopher's has posted their special menu for the weekend. If you're looking for a daytime option, they also have an award-winning Sunday brunch!
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Christmas Tree Pickup Narberth residents can put their Christmas trees on the curb on Tuesdays nights in January. They will be collected with the regular Wednesday brush pickups in January. All ornaments, stands and other decorations must be removed. Lower Merion will begin the collection of trees (which must be placed curbside) during the first two weeks in January on the regular refuse collection day. Residents may also dispose of Christmas trees at the Public Works Complex located at 1300 N Woodbine Avenue in Penn Valley., Monday through Friday 8am-3pm and Saturday 9am-2:30pm. All ornaments, stands and other decorations must be removed. Electronics Recycling Beth Am Israel is holding their annual electronic recycling event in partnership with PAR-Recycle Works on MLK Day., January 17. The event is 9am-1pm at 1301 Hagys Ford Rd, Penn Valley. Note that TVs, monitors, and some other devices have disposal fees. More Trash and Recycling Info
We try to keep this page updated with all the current trash and recycling guidelines in Narberth and Lower Merion. For the first time in a long time, we have a few outdoor events being celebrated in Lower Merion and Narberth. Here is one event happening tomorrow (8/21), and two more, in the coming weeks. Main Line Bike Race - Ardmore: 8/21 This annual event to support Narberth Ambulance returns with a new course this year. The race loops between both of Ardmore's shopping districts, the downtown on Lancaster Ave, and right through Suburban Square (see map below). The 2021 event features different races, for all ages and skill levels, from 8am to 4:15. Look out for road closures all day. There is also live music, a family fun zone from 12-4, and a beer garden. Event website here. Music Night in Narberth Park - 8/25 The Narberth Library is proud to host Music Night in Narberth Park. This free concert features acoustic music with Danny Gold and Mike Bovi. Narberth Music & Arts Festival and NarBark Dog Parade - 9/12
The beloved Narberth Music and Arts Festivals return next month with a day of art and live music. Jpoining the artists on Forrest Ave will be a NarBark Dog Parade at 1pm. Part parade and part costume contest, this annual tradition gives dog-owners a chance to dress up their pooches and strut down Forrest Ave for prizes. After the pet silliness subsides, the action moves to Haverford Ave at 3pm, where four live bands will take turns on stage. Join your friends and neighbors and bring the whole family to downtown Narberth for art and free live music all day,. There will also be great street food and beverages from some of your favorite Narberth establishments. Event website here. Ready to do some Spring Cleaning? Both Narberth and Lower Merion have special opportunities for disposing of your extra stuff! Keep reading for details on both. Before you throw it away, always try to re-use and recycle whenever possible. See details below on the NCA's Pop-Up Recycling, April 18-24. More ideas here. Lower Merion Clean Up Weekends Free Disposal Of Refuse And Recyclables at: Lower Merion Public Works Complex 1300 N Woodbine Avenue, Penn Valley 610-667-1952 or 610-667-1953 Saturday, April 10th & Sunday, April 11th from 9am – 4pm Saturday, April 24th & Sunday, April 25th from 9am – 4pm Saturday, October 9th & Sunday, October 10th from 9am – 4pm Note: Until Further Notice: Masks and Social Distancing will be required to enter the Transfer Station. Staff will not be available to unload items in order to adhere to distancing requirements and for the safety of our residents and staff. Dispose of your unwanted refuse and recyclables — household appliances, textiles, plastic, glass, newsprint, and plain old trash — without charge! Proof of residency is required (such as a driver's license). Recyclable material must be separated from other household trash. No hazardous waste. You can drop off hazardous waste, like fuel, pesticides, and oil-based paint on specific collection days throughout the year at different Montco locations. Hazardous Waste disposal details here. Also at the Transfer Station: Take advantage of the Township's recycling drop-off center. Recycle mixed paper, textiles and commingled items. Several non-profit organizations will have representatives on hand to collect, bicycles, furniture, clothing and more: - Harmonious Volunteer Center (furniture, toys, clothing) - Neighborhood Bike Works (bicycles) Official LM Cleanup Weekend website here. Narberth's 2021 Spring Cleanup Week - June 7-11 Also known as "Junk Week", this is the week the Borough schedules extra trash pickups, so residents can put out any large items, extra trash, or clutter. See the map for the collection schedule, and review the list of restrictions below. Items that are NOT collected include: - building materials - hazardous waste, like paint and pesticides (learn more) - electronics (learn more) - appliances - metals - tires - lawn & garden waste (collected on Wednesdays) Regular trash routes will remain the same during this week. Questions can be emailed to info@narberthpa.gov. Unofficial Instruction manual for Narberth’s Junk Week:
Reduce, Re-use, Recycle! The Narberth Civic Association celebrates Earth Week 2021, April 18-24, with earth-friendly activities like Pop-up recycling. See more at the Civic's website. Used Books? Local Girl Scout Troop 7886 is collecting books for students in a Philadelphia school. |
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